Stardust survivor describes rescue during inquest evidence

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A Stardust survivor described her rescue during evidence at Dublin District Coroner's Court on 14 November 2023. The proceedings were reported on 14 November 2023.

Louise Murray said she and others prayed while trapped backstage before a fireman forced open the door. She was then given the kiss of life and taken by ambulance for smoke inhalation treatment.

The inquests concerned the fire at the Stardust nightclub in Artane, Dublin, on 14 February 1981, in which 48 people died.